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Although we specialize in maps of fictional realms, as commonly used in both novels and games (both tabletop and role-playing), many Guild members are also proficient in historical and contemporary maps. Likewise, we specialize in computer-assisted cartography (such as with GIMP, Adobe apps, Campaign Cartographer, Dundjinni, etc.), although many members here also have interest in maps drafted by hand.

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Hello there!

Right, I am not really new to the forums, I have been browsing them for a couple of weeks now and have also used one or two of the tutorials.

Why did I not introduce myself earlier? Well I did not have anything to show and frankly wanted to see if I was any good first.

I am currently working on a DND Setting for me and my friends and do wish to release the modules and all that to other people who would be keen on playing my setting and hence decided to take more time into cartography.

So far I am having a blast. I never thought I could get so hooked into making maps.

I mainly use CC3 with the Dungeon and city addons. I do use Gimp to resize the images and make them look nicer (AA etc).

Umm I think thats all I have to say really!

Please see my first map, and just so you know, its not fully completed yet, but I hope you will like it.